Nothing Phone (4a) Pro vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 49/100. Key differences: the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,627,862 vs 1,405,881); the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better camera (74/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 18/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1627862 vs 1405881
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1237
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3281
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Higher performance (24/100 vs 12/100)
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 49/100. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (24/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (24/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (56/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) Pro | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1405881 | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1237 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.6×8.0 mm | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $449 | — |
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads Nothing Phone (4a) Pro by 13.6% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (24/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (56/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
Both devices scored 49/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 12S Ultra.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on performance (24/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.